To help with your confusion, James - the primary difference between Sephora and Ulta is that Ulta carries both high-end and affordable brands while Sephora is primarily high-end. Sephora also carries more exclusive brands (Rare Beauty, Glow Recipe, Milk, etc). Fenty used to be a part of that, but Ulta recently started carrying that brand as well. Hope that helps!
Ulta has recently been expanding their higher end section and Sephora has been having more sales. They are trying to more directly compete with each other.
Oh I love this video idea! Really enjoyed listening to your opinions on everything - I didn't have that issue with Queen Screen but it never set on my skin, it seems to be best for people with dry skin or in dry climates. I think I've come to my senses about Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask - I love the scent but I'm pretty sure it's not doing too much.
I know you have blog post about using acid toners as deodorant. I currently use medical grade antiperspirant. Does using acid toner as deodorant counteract benefits of using antiperspirant (the kind you use once a week) or can I use them together?
Thank youuuuuu! Yeah I feel like I felt With the heaviness of it because I liked the glow (if slightly greasy) look it gave me. But it just went….sour?! Like a yoghurt?! Haha you are the only reason I have the lip mask more than one go! 😂
As an Aussie seeing how expensive the ultra violette sunscreen is there actually feels like revenge. We pay so much for American and European beauty. In Aus it’s $47 which is 26 pounds
“If you want a clay mask that doesn’t dry you out, don’t buy one” 😂😂 spitting the facts today. Honest to god I really love Caudalie as far as how their products feel but the prices are not worth it, along with the fact that the fragrances turns me pink when applying. I mean it goes away pretty fast but I feel like that’s not a good sign lol.
I actually use the Cetaphil clay mask! It has way more ingredients aside kaolin clay and does not dry down all cracked/stripping on the face. So I don’t particularly agree with the claim that all clay-masks are drying. Sure, good ones are rare but I definitely recommend it :)
I also found that hilarious. TBH, kaolin clay isn't terrible, but bentonite and whatever-the-other-one-is (forgot the name) irritate the crap out of my skin. I think both the Cetaphil and Inkey List's masks are kaolin-based. I'm not convinced kaolin actually does anything at all, though!😆 In my experience, if a clay mask works I can expect to break out two days after I use it. If it doesn't break me out, it doesn't work.🤷🏻♀️ C'est la vie, right?
@@cxentiYT tbh that one dried me out too but it’s all relative lol. Generally they only really seem to do anything helpful on my nose! I have oily skin but it’s like hyper sensitive.
I just want to thank you for continuing to tell us how much you love glow recipe because I caved and decided to try the watermelon overnight mask and the BHA PHA toner and my skin has honestly never looked as good in my 41 years alongside the tretanoin I use in the evening, I look at least 7 years younger and my skin in bouncy, glowing and my pores look refined. I cant thank you enough for speaking on how much you really love something because I don't think I would have tried it otherwise
In drier times like winter you need to try the avocado sleeping mask! I had a small jar but had to order the full size after I fell in love with it 😍 also great after over exfoliating
Idk why but I’ve just been binging James’ videos recently. It’s not even about the skincare for myself, I’m just interested on all the takes he has on it.
My dehydrated combo skin is loving the La Roche-Posay Hydraphase Light moisturiser. It actually feels hydrating enough for the day. Definitely give it go!
I’ve been trying out several LRP products recently and honestly, I love all of them so far. Plus if you’re willing to shop online you can get most of their products for much less than Ulta or Target.
La Roche-Posay has some amazing products that truly do what they say!! I love their Cica Balm and I use their Toleraine Line on both my 5 year old son and myself!
my country sells la roche posay but not all of the lines! i wish they sold the hydrating line here :( but i'm moving overseas this year so ill check if they have they hydrating line there! (or if they have la roche posay at all...)
I love the ELF cleansing balm for removing eye makeup. I love that it literally dissolves the makeup with minimal rubbing. It is the only thing I have found that is gentle on the eye area. I don't use it for my whole face , but I find it hydrating for the eye area.
Holy crap, using The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid as a deoderant... lifehack! Going to try it as the bottle is HUGE! Thank you for also including "cheap" brands as I don't have a lot of money to spend on skincare! Btw, my tips: Cerave for a cleanser, and moisturiser; The Ordinary for specific skin care, and their moisturiser is good as well Garnier Ambre Solaire - Sensitive Expert 50+ Face fluid for my face -- thank you James for naming this as a dupe for La Roche. It held fantastic with makeup in 35C heat at a posh wedding in Rome ;-)
I guess this explained what happened when I used the cerave salicylic face wash as a body wash because the skin on my face didn't like it too much, it hadn't actually clicked that it might've caused a decrease in body odour until watching this but I had realised that it worked amazingly for preventing ingrown hairs.
I think Ulta started out as a more affordable Sephora. I think Sephora’s poor perks and then even eliminating the free services you get as a rouge member are what caused Ulta to grow into what it is. I’ve worked for both and I can say that even as an employer, Ulta has Sephora beat by a long shot. ETA: Sephora in my opinion has a complex similar to other luxury brands. They don’t feel like they HAVE to make it more appealing. They expect people to just go there because it is Sephora. Brands will learn soon that isn’t going to fly anymore.
Ulta > sephora by far! Even the environment is more welcoming. I hate shopping at sephora because it feels like you’re being watched like a hawk bc they assume everyone is there to steal. All the excessive cameras and security and the constant glances from employees that btw also act a bit stuck up Also ulta carries more affordable brands as well, and carries a lot of hair products as well. They’re more well rounded than sephora.
Love hearing your thoughts on these products James! I would love for you to do a video on Australian/NZ sunscreens, as a lot of the SPFs that most people review aren’t available here due to the strict regulations (plus our ozone layer is practically non-existent so we need higher spf anyway) It would be interesting to hear how they might compare to some of your current faves! x
I agree! That damned Ultra Violette serum one is dreadful & its still getting hype. I think he should doing A Beauty too. Lots of native bush ingredients are ending up in formulas!
If vaseline is doing it for you already, don't fix what ain't broke!!! that's why I've stopped trying stuff other than laneige lip masks at this point LOL the laneige mask is the actual only thing out of the countless lip products I've tried to do its job for me, personally! I wanted to just be a vaseline girl so bad but my lips just stayed peeling and cracking with it
Same. All the products are so pretty, probably smell good and all. However, vaseline works just as fine for what I need. Saving me money. Nothing wrong with that in todays broke society. 😁
@@morganbaldwinmiller ahh! That’s interesting! Maybe because Vaseline doesn’t necessarily provide moisture more than it does a barrier. At least that’s a theory out there. I’m glad something helps!
OMG that edit with the mini rant followed by quick look at gorgeous and adorable golden was THE BEST. I mean, what a beautiful dog and really good comedy. Plus that was great info!
Glow recipe made my skin break out SO badly I felt like I was going through puberty again. To be fair, I was using a sample kit, so maybe not every product was irritating me, but genuinely the worst experience with skin care I’ve ever had. Stopped using it 2 weeks ago, and I am FINALLY clearing up now.
Had a similar experience. Got the entire watermelon glow line- broke me out soooooo badly and the smell was overpowering. I now use it on my elbows and knees because it was too expensive to throw out.
When the Plum moisturizer came out, I knew that was the lab sample you were using and loving so I got it at launch, and ive gone through 2 pods, just got a replacement pod last week, I looove it
Moar long videos! I appreciate how you're always to the point, but it's so nice to have a longer video to settle in with. Even tho my skin barrier is currently trashed and I ain't buying anything new lol. (Tho thanks to you I now know what a skin barrier is, and what to do when it's trashed 😅)
I completely agree with 99% of all this but mu holy grail is the Estée lader serum. I’m 45 now I’ve been using it for about 10 years and I feel it really makes a difference. It also makes an excellent addition to add to your foundation if you wanna to sheer it out. I have very oily skin and I’ve never had an issue with it but certain skin care is it for everyone. Love your channel
This serum is indeed the holy grail. I keep buying it and I notice a huge difference. It’s literally the only thing I’ve bought that works. This and the biossance vitamin c oil.
The Strivectin retinol serum is £62 on boots website but they have 20% off this (and loads of other premium brands) at the moment for anyone wanting to buy it (I'm tempted). Brie is beautiful!
I’m glad you like the Strivectin Vitamin-C - I thought it was just me - if you can get it from Costco - it’s cheaper & it was also sold during the Ulta Spring 21 days
The best Caudalie product is the Vino Perfect radiance serum. It really helped turn my skin around. Everything else is over priced and doesn't do much. They also had a night sleeping mask I loved that is discontinued. It was amazing too.
I didn’t experience any degradation or change in smell with Queen Screen sunscreen, and I’m onto my second bottle. That said I actually find the smell too ‘perfume-y’ and strong in general and not very modern compared to the product itself which is great under makeup! Which is why I keep going back to it.
Sephora’s stock and earnings have definitely gone up since I started watching James’ channel…especially their Glow Recipe items. Love their products Is the Laneige blue water toner a dupe for the SkinUp blue toning toner? And a puppy in the video 🥰 makes it even better
Strivectin is amazing! I got it as a gift and was shocked at how good my skin looked. I was so sad when I ran out cause it's so expensive. If anyone decides to splurge on a skin care product, buy this. I have a really oily t-zone and uneven texture on my cheeks. This helped correct it within about 3 days of use. I miss it so much haha.
Hi James, want to thank you for your content. Ever since I discovered you 1 year ago, my skin looks amazing, I discovered Korean beauty because of you, and this was a game changer❤
I love love love the Strivectin serum! My only gripe is the price--it's crazy expensive. I was almost hoping you'd say it wasn't worth the price and something cheaper would do the same things, so I could justify not buying it anymore🤣🤣
I see the Plum moisturizer, I just repurchased the 2nd fill pod last week, I looove that moisturizer, it's my morning moisturizer and I love how glowy it makes my dry skin🙌🙌🙌
First off thank you for agreeing with me on the Laneige. I have never liked but felt I was the only one out there. The other thing is the Estee Lauder night recovery serum. I started using as a spot treatment at night under my normal serum on the top of my cheeks. I was starting to get that orange peel look and feel and now it gone. For reference I am 65. Enjoyed hearing your opinions.
Thanks for your spot on reviews and recommendations! I've been loving the the Some By Me Propolis B5 toner you suggested recently. P.S. Brie ready for an early walk is a Friday MOOD!!
I love these videos. As someone with a tight budget that also likes nice products I take your reviews into consideration before I invest in a new product
100% correct on the Laneige sleep mask. I bought it cause everyone’s obsessed with it and I thought it was “meh”, def NOT worth the money. Fresh makes one that’s 1,000 times better. Also, Peace Out brand as a whole is killing the game. Their whole Peace Out acne line is INCREDIBLE, from the daily cleansing balm to the salicylic acid serum to the moisturizer, A+
I bought The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid Toner a few months ago when they offered a 20% discount, so I got it for essentially less than $8 CAD, thinking, I'll buy it to have, but likely won't use. Well, I gave it a few tries and then reveled in the even skin-tone and texture it gave me. I absolutely wasn't expecting to see much of anything, but it transformed my skin. I only stopped using it as frequently because I started using Retinol and Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Toner, which is very nourishing. But if there's one product I truly miss using it's the Glycolic Toner, because it really did work, and it's a MASSIVE bang for your buck. I used it 3-4x a week for a few months and hardly made a dent.
I tuned in for your skincare content but was enchanted by the lovely Bree, who I noticed, DID get an "early dinner." Adore your content, thank you, and am curious about Bree's breed--she looks very much like my own lovely girl.
For the ultra violette queen screen, I’m on my second bottle and I love it. It sits really nice under makeup. I haven’t had any problem with smell!🤷🏻♀️
I’m still on my first bottle, but it smells exactly the same now as it did when I opened it a few weeks ago. I really enjoy it and the scent doesn’t bother me.
I love that Ultra Violette sunscreen! (actually, I love all of their sunscreens) I’ve never had an issue with it smelling weird. Maybe James was unlucky, and got a bottle from a dodgy batch?
The Laneige mask works wonders for me. I tried soooo many lip masks and balms, and it's the only one that's not ridiculously expensive that keeps my lips 100% soft. Yeah, Vaseline works similarly, but I end up breaking out, and I hate the taste on my lips.
Talking to your dog and that he answers so quietly, I loved, it also happens to me when I talk like this with our dog, he is just like Brie talking so quietly 😁💗
I’m glad to hear I’m not the only one who didn’t have much luck with the First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser. Everyone talked it up so much, thought I must have a particularly bad case when it did absolutely nothing. I sucked it up and bought the Cerave SA cream (because I’m a packaging shill and I hate Cerave’s packaging), but it worked right away.
I felt it to also be a little too rough on my skin! I was hoping to love it & excited there was finally a product that was created to specifically help with k.p. but sadly I just can't get past the feeling to enjoy any real benefits from it :/
The Laneige lip mask is great for me haha, still on when i wake up and it does moisturize my lips! worth the money since theres a lot of product and a little goes a long way (and i don't say that often)
Plum plump moisturiser by glow recipe is amazing. So so much better than I expected…… weirdly in 3-4 days its almost fixed my ROSACEA….. so surprised….. 9/10
About a year ago I read about using the Ordinary Glycolic Acid on your armpits - I've been doing it ever since and confirm it works - It kills bacteria - it's fantastic!
Considering how many brands and how many products - especially more affordable ones - are available now, I feel like the majority of people still uses Advanced Night Repair by Estee Lauder because it's a beauty community institution rather than a "can't live without" kind of product.
“It’s fine. Buy it if you want.” Hahahah. Fantastic. You often delight me and that moment right there…. Fantastic. That moment when you’re out shopping with a friend and you find something you really want and you ask their opinion and you can tell they aren’t impressed and don’t get why you’re at all excited but they don’t want to rain on your joy parade … that’s exactly the face, the tone, the words … “It’s fine. Buy it if you want.” Hahahahahah 💕
It took me few moments to Figure out what James wanted to say by “ amiga “ 😅🤦🏻♀️, then i got it is “omega” , amazing how many spelling exist for a same word !! Love this diversity 💙🙏🏻
I just used the ordinary glycolic acid toner and I noticed how amazing my skin looked afterwards. The Ulta rewards system is the best. It is very easy to earn cash back and a lot of it. They also have Beauty seals where you get things like that StriVectin serum for half off.I also like them because they have more like in between brands that aren't so expensive or high-end but they also have premium brands as well.
Elf’s cleansing balm is amazing. I have tried a lot of them and it is a 10/10. A bit pricy for how little you get but it works better and feels better than all of the others. It is not greasy at all and is so hydrating somehow. It gets rid of any little flakes I have if my retinoid dries me out.
The Strivectin was like eczema in a bottle for me. The retinol, vitamin C, the really strong fragrance and the fact the serum itself is bright orange was just too much for my skin and destroyed my skin barrier - my face was burning!
@@orwellianpepe7660 This is just my personal opinion on the fragrance, but I actually really like it. It's actually both fruity and flowery, I wouldn't call it a "grandma" smell at all. It doesn't have that powdery smell that I associate with an old lady fragrance. I think it smells fresh and a little fruity and yummy. But that's all my personal opinion. Either way, it is very strongly fragranced, so be aware of that. That being said, once you apply it the scent doesn't linger on your face at all.
@@JamesWelsh I agree, the fragrance is SO strong, but not unpleasant. I'm just not sure why it has to be EDP strength in a skincare product?! I'm not against fragrance in skincare but can't help but think it added to the reasons why I found this product so irritating.
I would love for you to do a video reviewing Australian skincare brands (especially SPF)! More from UV, Skinstitut, (Esmi, Eco Tan, Sand and Sky, Frank Body - all the Insta viral ones lol), Alpha-H, Go-To there’s so many 😆. In my opinion most of them are overhyped (not that I’ve tried most of them), especially as there’s such an emphasis on ‘natural’ ingredients here for some reason.
I use and love the StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum!!! It is so expensive 🥹 but I totally felt my skin just looks so much more plump, hydrated, and glowy since using it! It made me feel validated when you liked it too! 😂 ❤️ Small note: Costco sells a pack of 2 for $100 and ulta has had occasional sales on it in case anyone in the US is interested. I got mine on sale and had a gift card. Still pricey but it helps!
I am glad James did both here in the US and international because I am a HUGE fan of K and J beauty, surprisingly (as a black person), they work the best for me.
YES GLOW RECIPE!!! It has the only moisturizer I can use on my combo skim that doesn't feel heavy/sticky/suffocating or make me break out or gey rlly oily. It is perfect, it feels light and almost soft and it just melts into my skin. Its dazzling!! Their toner and masks are amazing as well as the blueberry bounce cleanser, super gentle but effective and smells sooooo nice. I adore it!! Deffo one of my favorite brands and completely worth the price
to be honest, ulta stores in america were open almost a decade before sephora stores as we know them. (tho sephora is a much older french company) i wouldn't call it a more affordable sephora, but it is your moms makeup store. but the thing about ulta is they have salons inside for the sole reason so they can sell salon hair products. reputably i mean. obv you can find some paul mitchell at walmart or wherever, but they dilute the formula. idk if any of this is interesting to anyone but heres an infodump, have a nice day.
Yes James very interesting video review as I usually go to Sephora and Ulta in US just to check out the products. I so appreciate your reviews and your honest candor. Thank you for what you do to help us navigate the skincare universe!
There isn’t one product from the Glow Recipe that I haven’t enjoyed so far. I have more mature, sensitive skin, and the fragrance doesn’t bother me at all. I can’t even tell you how many different products I’ve tried, high end and drugstore. I thoroughly enjoy the process of using my skincare from GR. I even like the package!
I appreciate all tips and guidance in the world of skincare! Even if there are products I wouldn’t use, it still helps when you talk about the main ingredients and their purposes🥰
The FAB Coconut Water Cream makes my face feels SO dry! It feels good going on but then it sucked all the moisture out of my skin. It is not for me. BTW I love the cameo by Brie. ♥
u can most definitely send me that estee lauder serum… ive been using it for like 5-6 months and my skin is like a baby literally it revereses alot of things and my friend who used to work for the company said its best to refrigerate it considering it has live probiotics in it… and then u apply when u need it. it works like a miracle everything it says it does, it does exactly that and more!
I swear by elf Holy Hydration Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm! It's amazing.... I like it far better than Clinique Take the Day Off and for SO much less $$$$.... It takes my waterproof mascara off in a snap! I love that stuff. Holy grail for me!!
You are so spot on with the Laneige lip thingy. I wanted it for ages but couldn’t convince myself then it went on sale. Does fuck all. Other than dry my lips out. Grrrrrrrr. Hi to Brie 🐾
I found it made my lips swell I looked like I had fillers and my lips were super moisturiser but I did put oik over it at night then during the day Elizabeth arden 8 hr cream
They offer that Strivectin vit c retinol serum in a small/trial size version that u can often find at the check out in Ulta for under $20 so wld be a good option if u were wanting to try. I agree the smell is strong but it has good ingredients and does work
I agree I feel like the Fenty beauty cookies and cream mask was like childish in a way..🤷🏼♀️ I also have and love the glue recipe plum plum moisturizer I have a serum as well and I can testify that it is an amazing product I have their avocado recovery serum and the new strawberry smoothie BHA plus AH a salicylic serum in those two are good as well if anybody’s wondering very gentle very nice
A really good clay mask that doesnt dry you out is the Bubble Clay Mask...you can get it at Walmart. Kind of a reminds of the Blissed brand. I agree w/you on the Fenty Cookies n Cream mask...maybe they wanted to make it stand out since there is so many clay masks now?
To help with your confusion, James - the primary difference between Sephora and Ulta is that Ulta carries both high-end and affordable brands while Sephora is primarily high-end. Sephora also carries more exclusive brands (Rare Beauty, Glow Recipe, Milk, etc). Fenty used to be a part of that, but Ulta recently started carrying that brand as well. Hope that helps!
Literally all of this^ Ulta usually has more sales and better sales
Ulta carries Glow Recipe and Milk also! I've purchased both brands from there!
Ulta has recently been expanding their higher end section and Sephora has been having more sales. They are trying to more directly compete with each other.
@@christyplantholt3981 I noticed that with the sale going on now with Ulta's event. And 50% off you can't beat that on expensive stuff we want
Ulta carries Chanel!
James as a Dog Dad is precious!
James: "Brie, it's not dinnertime! You've got half an hour."
Brie: "Rruff!"
Me: ❤️🥺 Like, oh my goodness.
Also the “fine I’m coming we’ll do your dinner now” 😢😢
OMG MY CAT DOES THIS... cracks it if you dont feed him on time!
Yessss lol I replayed it like three timessss, so stinking cute!!!
❤ 7:26 Even little Brie 🦮 agrees that the Caudalie clay mask isn't that great ❣️😉😃
Oh I love this video idea! Really enjoyed listening to your opinions on everything - I didn't have that issue with Queen Screen but it never set on my skin, it seems to be best for people with dry skin or in dry climates. I think I've come to my senses about Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask - I love the scent but I'm pretty sure it's not doing too much.
I know you have blog post about using acid toners as deodorant. I currently use medical grade antiperspirant. Does using acid toner as deodorant counteract benefits of using antiperspirant (the kind you use once a week) or can I use them together?
It working best for dry climates makes sense considering it's an Australian brand.
I love your videos and posts, Michelle! So helpful and entertaining yet well-researched! 💞
Thank youuuuuu! Yeah I feel like I felt
With the heaviness of it because I liked the glow (if slightly greasy) look it gave me. But it just went….sour?! Like a yoghurt?! Haha you are the only reason I have the lip mask more than one go! 😂
@@JamesWelsh 🎉😂
As an Aussie seeing how expensive the ultra violette sunscreen is there actually feels like revenge. We pay so much for American and European beauty. In Aus it’s $47 which is 26 pounds
I thought the same thing 😂
How much is ultra violette sunscreen over there?
“If you want a clay mask that doesn’t dry you out, don’t buy one” 😂😂 spitting the facts today. Honest to god I really love Caudalie as far as how their products feel but the prices are not worth it, along with the fact that the fragrances turns me pink when applying. I mean it goes away pretty fast but I feel like that’s not a good sign lol.
I actually use the Cetaphil clay mask! It has way more ingredients aside kaolin clay and does not dry down all cracked/stripping on the face. So I don’t particularly agree with the claim that all clay-masks are drying. Sure, good ones are rare but I definitely recommend it :)
@@cxentiYT agreed, the inkey list one is fine for me. Its a sweeping statement to say all clay masks dry out skin tbh
I also found that hilarious.
TBH, kaolin clay isn't terrible, but bentonite and whatever-the-other-one-is (forgot the name) irritate the crap out of my skin. I think both the Cetaphil and Inkey List's masks are kaolin-based. I'm not convinced kaolin actually does anything at all, though!😆
In my experience, if a clay mask works I can expect to break out two days after I use it. If it doesn't break me out, it doesn't work.🤷🏻♀️ C'est la vie, right?
@@cxentiYT tbh that one dried me out too but it’s all relative lol. Generally they only really seem to do anything helpful on my nose! I have oily skin but it’s like hyper sensitive.
origins has good masks
I was dying laughing when you were talking to Brie. I have that conversation every night with my cats "It's 30 minutes until dinner time!" 🤣🤣🤣
I just want to thank you for continuing to tell us how much you love glow recipe because I caved and decided to try the watermelon overnight mask and the BHA PHA toner and my skin has honestly never looked as good in my 41 years alongside the tretanoin I use in the evening, I look at least 7 years younger and my skin in bouncy, glowing and my pores look refined. I cant thank you enough for speaking on how much you really love something because I don't think I would have tried it otherwise
In drier times like winter you need to try the avocado sleeping mask! I had a small jar but had to order the full size after I fell in love with it 😍 also great after over exfoliating
I’m going to try glow recipe too because if this review - sounds lush!
@@KKVxoxo I shall keep that in mind for winter time. Thank you 😊
@@denisegibson7840 I decided to try the toner first with a small travel size one to see how I liked it, I couldn't be without it now ❤
I use tretinoin too, and I was curious to know if you use it before applying tretinoin or on days you don't.
Idk why but I’ve just been binging James’ videos recently. It’s not even about the skincare for myself, I’m just interested on all the takes he has on it.
My dehydrated combo skin is loving the La Roche-Posay Hydraphase Light moisturiser. It actually feels hydrating enough for the day. Definitely give it go!
I love that moisturiser, and it doesn't irritate my sensitive skin
I’ve been trying out several LRP products recently and honestly, I love all of them so far. Plus if you’re willing to shop online you can get most of their products for much less than Ulta or Target.
La Roche-Posay has some amazing products that truly do what they say!! I love their Cica Balm and I use their Toleraine Line on both my 5 year old son and myself!
my country sells la roche posay but not all of the lines! i wish they sold the hydrating line here :( but i'm moving overseas this year so ill check if they have they hydrating line there! (or if they have la roche posay at all...)
I love this product too! Also have a great gel spf by them too, it works really well with the hydrophase moisturiser.
Sephora
1:26 Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser
2:59 The Inkey List Omega Water Cream Moisturiser
4:18 First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub with 10% AHA
6:25 Caudalie Instant Detox Mask
8:13 Fenty Skin Cookies N Clean Whipped Clay Mask
9:35 Peace Out Salicylic Acid Acne Healing Dots
Ulta
10:54 The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% ExfoliatingToning Solution
12:27 First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream
14:12 STRIVECTIN Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum
16:10 E.L.F. Cosmetics Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
16:51 Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex Serum
18:27 Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Revitalizing Toner
Cult Beauty
19:48 Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
20:37 Kate Somerville Goat Milk Moisturising Cleanser
21:56 Ultra Violette Queen Screen Lightweight Skinscreen SPF50+
23:54 BYOMA Moisturising Gel Cream
God bless ya 🙏
Legend
you saint, tou!
✨Thank you ✨
It’s actually in the video description. But thanks for sharing though.
Please include Brie in more videos. SO cute and so relatable watching you navigate dinner time and recording 😂❤️
I love the ELF cleansing balm for removing eye makeup. I love that it literally dissolves the makeup with minimal rubbing. It is the only thing I have found that is gentle on the eye area. I don't use it for my whole face , but I find it hydrating for the eye area.
Came for the skincare thoughts, stayed for the dog. ❤
Holy crap, using The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid as a deoderant... lifehack! Going to try it as the bottle is HUGE! Thank you for also including "cheap" brands as I don't have a lot of money to spend on skincare!
Btw, my tips:
Cerave for a cleanser, and moisturiser;
The Ordinary for specific skin care, and their moisturiser is good as well
Garnier Ambre Solaire - Sensitive Expert 50+ Face fluid for my face -- thank you James for naming this as a dupe for La Roche. It held fantastic with makeup in 35C heat at a posh wedding in Rome ;-)
I NEVER THOGHT OF THATT!! Definitely gonna try itt
I guess this explained what happened when I used the cerave salicylic face wash as a body wash because the skin on my face didn't like it too much, it hadn't actually clicked that it might've caused a decrease in body odour until watching this but I had realised that it worked amazingly for preventing ingrown hairs.
The dog barks were so cute, and you doggy voice had me laughing so hard. It was the shriveled up fish from SpongeBob who wanted chocolates voice.
I think Ulta started out as a more affordable Sephora. I think Sephora’s poor perks and then even eliminating the free services you get as a rouge member are what caused Ulta to grow into what it is. I’ve worked for both and I can say that even as an employer, Ulta has Sephora beat by a long shot.
ETA: Sephora in my opinion has a complex similar to other luxury brands. They don’t feel like they HAVE to make it more appealing. They expect people to just go there because it is Sephora. Brands will learn soon that isn’t going to fly anymore.
Ulta > sephora by far! Even the environment is more welcoming. I hate shopping at sephora because it feels like you’re being watched like a hawk bc they assume everyone is there to steal. All the excessive cameras and security and the constant glances from employees that btw also act a bit stuck up
Also ulta carries more affordable brands as well, and carries a lot of hair products as well. They’re more well rounded than sephora.
I love your videos and especially the product reviews!!!
Brie: "Daddy let me help, I can talk too!" so precious 🐶🐕😍
Love hearing your thoughts on these products James! I would love for you to do a video on Australian/NZ sunscreens, as a lot of the SPFs that most people review aren’t available here due to the strict regulations (plus our ozone layer is practically non-existent so we need higher spf anyway) It would be interesting to hear how they might compare to some of your current faves! x
I agree! That damned Ultra Violette serum one is dreadful & its still getting hype. I think he should doing A Beauty too. Lots of native bush ingredients are ending up in formulas!
YesStyle does free shipping and they have a ton of k- beauty in skincare, hair care and makeup.
They free shipping is only if you get to a certain price point but there are a lot of coupons that you can use on there
That Strivectin retinol serum is THE BEST for real. I have super sensitive skin and it doesn't irritate my skin AT ALL. Seriously worth the splurge.
I just can’t see myself buying that Lanege lip stuff when Vaseline is literally so protective and cheap. 😩 I just cannot.
If vaseline is doing it for you already, don't fix what ain't broke!!! that's why I've stopped trying stuff other than laneige lip masks at this point LOL the laneige mask is the actual only thing out of the countless lip products I've tried to do its job for me, personally! I wanted to just be a vaseline girl so bad but my lips just stayed peeling and cracking with it
Same. All the products are so pretty, probably smell good and all. However, vaseline works just as fine for what I need. Saving me money. Nothing wrong with that in todays broke society. 😁
There’s so many good cheap overnight lip masks out there. There’s no need to spend $22 on a lip maskThe Burt bees one is my favorite.
Funny thing is Laneige’s did nothing for me, whilst Vaseline’s did!
@@morganbaldwinmiller ahh! That’s interesting! Maybe because Vaseline doesn’t necessarily provide moisture more than it does a barrier. At least that’s a theory out there. I’m glad something helps!
OMG that edit with the mini rant followed by quick look at gorgeous and adorable golden was THE BEST. I mean, what a beautiful dog and really good comedy. Plus that was great info!
Glow recipe made my skin break out SO badly I felt like I was going through puberty again. To be fair, I was using a sample kit, so maybe not every product was irritating me, but genuinely the worst experience with skin care I’ve ever had. Stopped using it 2 weeks ago, and I am FINALLY clearing up now.
Had a similar experience. Got the entire watermelon glow line- broke me out soooooo badly and the smell was overpowering. I now use it on my elbows and knees because it was too expensive to throw out.
When the Plum moisturizer came out, I knew that was the lab sample you were using and loving so I got it at launch, and ive gone through 2 pods, just got a replacement pod last week, I looove it
Do you use day and night? Or is it a good daytime moisturizer under makeup?
@@Taravat76 I use it during the day because it makes my skin so Dewy! And yeah ive never had a problem with using it under makeup
How is it for sensitive skin?
Moar long videos! I appreciate how you're always to the point, but it's so nice to have a longer video to settle in with. Even tho my skin barrier is currently trashed and I ain't buying anything new lol. (Tho thanks to you I now know what a skin barrier is, and what to do when it's trashed 😅)
I completely agree with 99% of all this but mu holy grail is the Estée lader serum. I’m 45 now I’ve been using it for about 10 years and I feel it really makes a difference. It also makes an excellent addition to add to your foundation if you wanna to sheer it out. I have very oily skin and I’ve never had an issue with it but certain skin care is it for everyone. Love your channel
This serum is indeed the holy grail. I keep buying it and I notice a huge difference. It’s literally the only thing I’ve bought that works. This and the biossance vitamin c oil.
The Strivectin retinol serum is £62 on boots website but they have 20% off this (and loads of other premium brands) at the moment for anyone wanting to buy it (I'm tempted). Brie is beautiful!
I’m glad you like the Strivectin Vitamin-C - I thought it was just me - if you can get it from Costco - it’s cheaper & it was also sold during the Ulta Spring 21 days
The best Caudalie product is the Vino Perfect radiance serum. It really helped turn my skin around. Everything else is over priced and doesn't do much. They also had a night sleeping mask I loved that is discontinued. It was amazing too.
I didn’t experience any degradation or change in smell with Queen Screen sunscreen, and I’m onto my second bottle. That said I actually find the smell too ‘perfume-y’ and strong in general and not very modern compared to the product itself which is great under makeup! Which is why I keep going back to it.
Sephora’s stock and earnings have definitely gone up since I started watching James’ channel…especially their Glow Recipe items. Love their products
Is the Laneige blue water toner a dupe for the SkinUp blue toning toner?
And a puppy in the video 🥰 makes it even better
Skin Up Blue Toning Toner is my holy grail!!
Strivectin is amazing! I got it as a gift and was shocked at how good my skin looked. I was so sad when I ran out cause it's so expensive. If anyone decides to splurge on a skin care product, buy this. I have a really oily t-zone and uneven texture on my cheeks. This helped correct it within about 3 days of use. I miss it so much haha.
Hi James, want to thank you for your content. Ever since I discovered you 1 year ago, my skin looks amazing, I discovered Korean beauty because of you, and this was a game changer❤
Great, informative video as usual. Your dog is adorable. And can I say....the silver in your hair is FABULOUS!! I hope you keep it!
I love love love the Strivectin serum! My only gripe is the price--it's crazy expensive. I was almost hoping you'd say it wasn't worth the price and something cheaper would do the same things, so I could justify not buying it anymore🤣🤣
I see the Plum moisturizer, I just repurchased the 2nd fill pod last week, I looove that moisturizer, it's my morning moisturizer and I love how glowy it makes my dry skin🙌🙌🙌
I am on my way to buy it now !
First off thank you for agreeing with me on the Laneige. I have never liked but felt I was the only one out there. The other thing is the Estee Lauder night recovery serum. I started using as a spot treatment at night under my normal serum on the top of my cheeks. I was starting to get that orange peel look and feel and now it gone. For reference I am 65.
Enjoyed hearing your opinions.
Ohhhhhh okay maybe I need to give it another chance! Yeah I literally prefer ANY other lip mask over the laneige one
Thanks for your spot on reviews and recommendations! I've been loving the the Some By Me Propolis B5 toner you suggested recently. P.S. Brie ready for an early walk is a Friday MOOD!!
I love these videos. As someone with a tight budget that also likes nice products I take your reviews into consideration before I invest in a new product
With the Bump Eraser (or anything with Willow Bark), be careful if you are allergic to aspirin. Learned that lesson the hard way.
The Strivectin Serum is absolute magic. It's my favorite
100% correct on the Laneige sleep mask. I bought it cause everyone’s obsessed with it and I thought it was “meh”, def NOT worth the money. Fresh makes one that’s 1,000 times better. Also, Peace Out brand as a whole is killing the game. Their whole Peace Out acne line is INCREDIBLE, from the daily cleansing balm to the salicylic acid serum to the moisturizer, A+
I bought The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid Toner a few months ago when they offered a 20% discount, so I got it for essentially less than $8 CAD, thinking, I'll buy it to have, but likely won't use.
Well, I gave it a few tries and then reveled in the even skin-tone and texture it gave me.
I absolutely wasn't expecting to see much of anything, but it transformed my skin.
I only stopped using it as frequently because I started using Retinol and Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Toner, which is very nourishing. But if there's one product I truly miss using it's the Glycolic Toner, because it really did work, and it's a MASSIVE bang for your buck.
I used it 3-4x a week for a few months and hardly made a dent.
I tuned in for your skincare content but was enchanted by the lovely Bree, who I noticed, DID get an "early dinner." Adore your content, thank you, and am curious about Bree's breed--she looks very much like my own lovely girl.
For the ultra violette queen screen, I’m on my second bottle and I love it. It sits really nice under makeup. I haven’t had any problem with smell!🤷🏻♀️
I’m still on my first bottle, but it smells exactly the same now as it did when I opened it a few weeks ago. I really enjoy it and the scent doesn’t bother me.
Same, I used this religiously and have not had any smell issues, still smells fresh after a couple of months
I love that Ultra Violette sunscreen! (actually, I love all of their sunscreens) I’ve never had an issue with it smelling weird. Maybe James was unlucky, and got a bottle from a dodgy batch?
I have 2 goldens and LIVE for those little candid moments 😍 my pup Harrison also gets uppity around mealtime 🤤😂
The Laneige mask works wonders for me. I tried soooo many lip masks and balms, and it's the only one that's not ridiculously expensive that keeps my lips 100% soft. Yeah, Vaseline works similarly, but I end up breaking out, and I hate the taste on my lips.
I love the dog video-bombing 😂 demanding doggo! 😂
I remember you talking about the Plum plump awhile back and saying you loved it and that’s why I purchased 😊
Talking to your dog and that he answers so quietly, I loved, it also happens to me when I talk like this with our dog, he is just like Brie talking so quietly 😁💗
I’m glad to hear I’m not the only one who didn’t have much luck with the First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser. Everyone talked it up so much, thought I must have a particularly bad case when it did absolutely nothing. I sucked it up and bought the Cerave SA cream (because I’m a packaging shill and I hate Cerave’s packaging), but it worked right away.
I felt it to also be a little too rough on my skin! I was hoping to love it & excited there was finally a product that was created to specifically help with k.p. but sadly I just can't get past the feeling to enjoy any real benefits from it :/
The Laneige lip mask is great for me haha, still on when i wake up and it does moisturize my lips! worth the money since theres a lot of product and a little goes a long way (and i don't say that often)
I think so that to ☺️
I agree!
Laneige lip mask saved my lips when I started accutane, but I don't use it anymore since my lips are not so dry
I love it so much even though there's much more affordable dupes I tried that gave the same effect.. I get it for the scent and makes me feel fancy 😌
@@Ts-kc5ie what are good dupes? I've heard so much about that lip mask but the price has always made me balk lol
bought the byoma jelly cleanser based of your comments on it and I love it so much!! thanks for the recommendation
Plum plump moisturiser by glow recipe is amazing. So so much better than I expected…… weirdly in 3-4 days its almost fixed my ROSACEA….. so surprised….. 9/10
About a year ago I read about using the Ordinary Glycolic Acid on your armpits - I've been doing it ever since and confirm it works - It kills bacteria - it's fantastic!
Omg, the Klavuu has been amazing for my lips. On first use I noticed a difference. Thanks ever so much for the recommendation!
Considering how many brands and how many products - especially more affordable ones - are available now, I feel like the majority of people still uses Advanced Night Repair by Estee Lauder because it's a beauty community institution rather than a "can't live without" kind of product.
thank you for this. I appreciate you don't push expensive products as guaranteed 'better'.
“It’s fine. Buy it if you want.” Hahahah. Fantastic. You often delight me and that moment right there…. Fantastic. That moment when you’re out shopping with a friend and you find something you really want and you ask their opinion and you can tell they aren’t impressed and don’t get why you’re at all excited but they don’t want to rain on your joy parade … that’s exactly the face, the tone, the words … “It’s fine. Buy it if you want.” Hahahahahah 💕
Just have to say, you really do *influence* me 😂 because of your last video I ordered the ELOREA Discovery Set 🖤
I have been using Glow Recipe because of your review and I am forever thankful 😘
I realy love how you compare the skincare this way.
It realy helps me .
It took me few moments to Figure out what James wanted to say by “ amiga “ 😅🤦🏻♀️, then i got it is “omega” , amazing how many spelling exist for a same word !! Love this diversity 💙🙏🏻
I just used the ordinary glycolic acid toner and I noticed how amazing my skin looked afterwards. The Ulta rewards system is the best. It is very easy to earn cash back and a lot of it. They also have Beauty seals where you get things like that StriVectin serum for half off.I also like them because they have more like in between brands that aren't so expensive or high-end but they also have premium brands as well.
I really enjoyed this kind of video, well done James! Definitely would watch a part 2, 3, etc
Elf’s cleansing balm is amazing. I have tried a lot of them and it is a 10/10. A bit pricy for how little you get but it works better and feels better than all of the others. It is not greasy at all and is so hydrating somehow. It gets rid of any little flakes I have if my retinoid dries me out.
The Strivectin was like eczema in a bottle for me. The retinol, vitamin C, the really strong fragrance and the fact the serum itself is bright orange was just too much for my skin and destroyed my skin barrier - my face was burning!
Is it a perfume smell or more a fresh fruity one? Because if it’s a strong grandma perfume smell I can’t stand it, get a headache instead lol
@@orwellianpepe7660 This is just my personal opinion on the fragrance, but I actually really like it. It's actually both fruity and flowery, I wouldn't call it a "grandma" smell at all. It doesn't have that powdery smell that I associate with an old lady fragrance. I think it smells fresh and a little fruity and yummy.
But that's all my personal opinion. Either way, it is very strongly fragranced, so be aware of that. That being said, once you apply it the scent doesn't linger on your face at all.
It’s VERRRRRYYY perfumey. Sometimes overwhelmingly.
Yeah that’s makes total sense. I put off using it for so long for those exact reasons!
@@JamesWelsh I agree, the fragrance is SO strong, but not unpleasant. I'm just not sure why it has to be EDP strength in a skincare product?! I'm not against fragrance in skincare but can't help but think it added to the reasons why I found this product so irritating.
we have just allowed these companies to charge WAY TO EFFING MUCH
I would love for you to do a video reviewing Australian skincare brands (especially SPF)! More from UV, Skinstitut, (Esmi, Eco Tan, Sand and Sky, Frank Body - all the Insta viral ones lol), Alpha-H, Go-To there’s so many 😆. In my opinion most of them are overhyped (not that I’ve tried most of them), especially as there’s such an emphasis on ‘natural’ ingredients here for some reason.
Thank you for this , I ordered 3 products that you absolutely loved. I trust your review!!! Can’t wait to try it
I use and love the StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum!!! It is so expensive 🥹 but I totally felt my skin just looks so much more plump, hydrated, and glowy since using it! It made me feel validated when you liked it too! 😂 ❤️
Small note: Costco sells a pack of 2 for $100 and ulta has had occasional sales on it in case anyone in the US is interested. I got mine on sale and had a gift card. Still pricey but it helps!
Yay pup appearance!!!
Thank you for this video. I need to update my skincare routine and this is super helpful. 💜
Your dog is honestly just a sweetie 🥰
I’m sorry but your SKIN is SKINNINGGGG ✨ Thanks for your recommendations, definitely going to look into that Kate Somerville goat milk cleanser 👀
I really like the laneige water bank line, especially the moisturizer! That and the glow recipe plum plump are my favorite night moisturizers
I am glad James did both here in the US and international because I am a HUGE fan of K and J beauty, surprisingly (as a black person), they work the best for me.
Skincare is great and all, but just saying, if you had an entire channel dedicated to your pups i would sub in a hot second and watch them all!
YES GLOW RECIPE!!! It has the only moisturizer I can use on my combo skim that doesn't feel heavy/sticky/suffocating or make me break out or gey rlly oily. It is perfect, it feels light and almost soft and it just melts into my skin. Its dazzling!! Their toner and masks are amazing as well as the blueberry bounce cleanser, super gentle but effective and smells sooooo nice. I adore it!! Deffo one of my favorite brands and completely worth the price
I LOVE the strivectin super c retinol serum !!! I’ve used it for several years now and there’s nothing like it!!! I always go back to this
As a MUA the inky list omega cream is an essential in my kit, it preps the skin soo well for makeup.
to be honest, ulta stores in america were open almost a decade before sephora stores as we know them. (tho sephora is a much older french company) i wouldn't call it a more affordable sephora, but it is your moms makeup store. but the thing about ulta is they have salons inside for the sole reason so they can sell salon hair products. reputably i mean. obv you can find some paul mitchell at walmart or wherever, but they dilute the formula. idk if any of this is interesting to anyone but heres an infodump, have a nice day.
What’s that about diluting the formula? 😳
Omg I’m so glad someone else said cookies and cream makes them feel sick I was starting to feel all alone in this thought 🤣
Yes James very interesting video review as I usually go to Sephora and Ulta in US just to check out the products. I so appreciate your reviews and your honest candor. Thank you for what you do to help us navigate the skincare universe!
Love the ordinary glycolic acid toner! Use it all the time.
I love The Ordinary Glycolic for the scalp! I use it as a pre-shower treatment for dry flakes. Soooo worth the money!
There isn’t one product from the Glow Recipe that I haven’t enjoyed so far. I have more mature, sensitive skin, and the fragrance doesn’t bother me at all. I can’t even tell you how many different products I’ve tried, high end and drugstore. I thoroughly enjoy the process of using my skincare from GR. I even like the package!
"its just because you got big pores" lmao I died there
I appreciate all tips and guidance in the world of skincare! Even if there are products I wouldn’t use, it still helps when you talk about the main ingredients and their purposes🥰
The FAB Coconut Water Cream makes my face feels SO dry! It feels good going on but then it sucked all the moisture out of my skin. It is not for me. BTW I love the cameo by Brie. ♥
same! I hated it
u can most definitely send me that estee lauder serum… ive been using it for like 5-6 months and my skin is like a baby literally it revereses alot of things and my friend who used to work for the company said its best to refrigerate it considering it has live probiotics in it… and then u apply when u need it. it works like a miracle everything it says it does, it does exactly that and more!
I loved everything you said, except the Estée Lauder ANR is the best product in my skincare and it’s helped reduce my skin care steps!
I swear by elf Holy Hydration Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm! It's amazing.... I like it far better than Clinique Take the Day Off and for SO much less $$$$.... It takes my waterproof mascara off in a snap! I love that stuff. Holy grail for me!!
Me too
Just placed my first order from cult beauty cause Glow Recipe products aren't available anywhere in Greece.
MY👋 FACE👋 IS 👋READY 👏
You are so spot on with the Laneige lip thingy. I wanted it for ages but couldn’t convince myself then it went on sale. Does fuck all. Other than dry my lips out. Grrrrrrrr. Hi to Brie 🐾
I found it dried my lips more as well! 😢
I found it made my lips swell I looked like I had fillers and my lips were super moisturiser but I did put oik over it at night then during the day Elizabeth arden 8 hr cream
The Ordinary 7% Glycolic Acid is a great body product. Especially the armpits.
Also love the Kate Summerville cleanser especially in the winter
They offer that Strivectin vit c retinol serum in a small/trial size version that u can often find at the check out in Ulta for under $20 so wld be a good option if u were wanting to try. I agree the smell is strong but it has good ingredients and does work
James, I'm pretty sure we all want to see more of the doggo
I agree I feel like the Fenty beauty cookies and cream mask was like childish in a way..🤷🏼♀️
I also have and love the glue recipe plum plum moisturizer I have a serum as well and I can testify that it is an amazing product I have their avocado recovery serum and the new strawberry smoothie BHA plus AH a salicylic serum in those two are good as well if anybody’s wondering very gentle very nice
I mean the name means nothing it’s the product that matters. And honestly fenty cookies and clean is REALLY good
James, your skin looks absolutely amazing!!! 😍 Thank you so much for your videos! They are very helpful! 🥰
A really good clay mask that doesnt dry you out is the Bubble Clay Mask...you can get it at Walmart. Kind of a reminds of the Blissed brand. I agree w/you on the Fenty Cookies n Cream mask...maybe they wanted to make it stand out since there is so many clay masks now?